Event Sales Associate - Georgetown Events Hospitality Group : Job Details

Position Type: Commission-Based, Full-Time

Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Catering Sales Associate to generate a strong sales stream for our new event venue. This is a boots on the ground role, perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships, developing new business opportunities, and executing a hands-on sales strategy. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, self-driven, and passionate about connecting with local businesses, event planners, caterers, and individuals to showcase our venue for events such as weddings, corporate functions, social gatherings, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively seek out and develop new business opportunities for the event venue.
• Build relationships with local businesses, event planners, community organizations, and individuals to generate leads and secure bookings.
• Conduct on-site tours of the venue for prospective clients, highlighting key features and amenities.
• Meet or exceed monthly sales targets by closing venue rental contracts and upselling catering packages.
• Collaborate with the catering team to customize event packages to meet clients' needs and budgets.
• Attend local networking events, trade shows, and community functions to promote the venue and generate interest.
• Maintain detailed records of sales activities, lead generation, client communications, and bookings in CRM software.
• Negotiate contracts and manage the booking process from lead generation to event execution.
• Coordinate closely with the event planning team to ensure seamless communication and execution of client expectations.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in sales, ideally in hospitality, events, or catering.
• Strong local network and ability to generate leads.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, set goals, and achieve sales targets.
• Experience in venue or event management is a plus.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required for client tours and events.

Compensation:

• Commission-based compensation structure with uncapped earning potential.
• Opportunity to grow within the company as the venue business expands.

This role is ideal for a self-motivated individual who is eager to be on the ground, driving sales and making a significant impact in the launch of our new event venue. If you're passionate about sales, events, and hospitality, we want to hear from you!